Sr. Project Controls Engineer

Longenecker & Associates•Oak Ridge, TN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Longenecker & Associates (L&A), a Geosyntec Company, seeks a motivated Sr. Project Controls Engineer to contribute to our mission supporting our work at Centrus Energy in Oak Ridge, TN. We contribute to DOE’s nuclear security and environmental remediation enterprise by providing the highest-caliber staff and experts. L&A is unconditionally committed to mission success and the well-being of employees, the nation and the environment. Our team members are passionate about building a healthier environment for generations to come. We are a community that interfaces and effectively communicates with all levels of management and government. If you have a passion for excellence, seek opportunities to engage in mission critical work, and consistently exceed expectations, apply now to join our professional family. If you love bringing order to complexity and turning data into decisions, this role is your playground. As a Senior Project Controls Engineer at Centrus Energy, you’ll be the engine behind project performance—driving cost, schedule, and risk visibility across mission-critical initiatives. You’ll partner with project leaders to keep everything on track, on budget, and aligned with strategic goals, all while mentoring others and shaping best practices along the way.

Requirements

8+ years of project controls experience.
Expertise with Cobra or similar cost processing tools
Advanced knowledge of earned value management
Advanced knowledge of cost engineering and cost control principles
Advanced knowledge of risk management processes and associated tools
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
The ability to obtain and maintain a “Q” clearance.
Must be a U.S. Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
Ability to work in a diverse work environment.
Satisfactory results of a pre-employment screening, which includes a background check and drug screening in accordance with Federal requirements.
Ability to fulfill and promote L&A core values.

Nice To Haves

Active DOE Q‑level security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead the development and maintenance of project cost and schedule baselines, using tools like Primavera and Cobra to track performance and forecast outcomes.
Drive project reporting by coordinating and leading status updates, analyzing earned value metrics, and identifying risks and opportunities early.
Develop guidelines and desktop procedures.
Mentor team members on cost and schedule control practices.
Support risk management efforts to ensure projects stay aligned with scope, budget, and timelines in a high-performance environment.